Hyperthyroidism in children and adolescents

D. Zimmerman; M. Gan-Gaisano

doi:10.1016/S0031-3955(16)37011-0

Hyperthyroidism in children and adolescents

D. Zimmerman^*, M. Gan-Gaisano

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Abstract

Hyperthyroidism in infants and children usually is caused by Graves' disease; however, several other diseases can also produce hyperthyroidism in these age groups. Because the pathophysiology and clinical course of these conditions differ, optimal treatment depends on precise diagnosis.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	1273-1295
Number of pages	23
Journal	Pediatric Clinics of North America
Volume	37
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/S0031-3955(16)37011-0
State	Published - 1990

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Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health

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